After the harsh winters in the late 1970s and early 1980s that killed hundreds of the
National Arboretumís camellia holdings, National Arboretum plant breeder, Dr. William Ackerman,
set out to breed new cold-hardy camellias from those specimens that survived. As a result, the
Arboretum introduced many attractive and hardy camellias from Dr. Ackermanís diligent breeding.
Camellia 'Winter's Beauty' was introduced into the nursery trade in 1995 by Dr. Ackerman after he retired.

'Winter's Beauty' camellia has been reported to withstand temperatures down to -10įF and, hardy in USDA Hardiness Zone 6 to 9. The regular bloom period
can start in October, and if temperatures remain mild, it may continue blooming into January in the
Washington, D.C. area. 'Winter's Beauty' is evergreen and thrives in understory shade. You can view
this plant in the Asian Collections.